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International Business Times UK
International Business Times UK
Brian Yalung

Keir Starmer Condemns 'Reckless' Russian Warship Crew After Warning Shots Fired Near British Yacht in English Channel

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has condemned the actions of a Russian warship after a British couple were caught up in a tense maritime encounter. (Credit: Number 10 | Wikimedia Commons)

A Russian warship has fired warning shots near a British-flagged yacht in the English Channel, prompting strong condemnation from UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer, who described the crew's actions as 'reckless' and deeply concerning amid rising tensions with Moscow.

The frigate Admiral Grigorovich said it opened fire after what it described as a dangerous approach by the private yacht Bright Future, claiming the manoeuvre was intended to prevent a potential collision on Tuesday, 16 June.

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